Senior firmware engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Senior firmware engineer gender statistics
10.0% of senior firmware engineers are women and 90.0% of senior firmware engineers are men.
- Male, 90.0%
- Female, 10.0%
Senior firmware engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 90.0% |
| Female | 10.0% |
Senior firmware engineer gender pay gap
Women earn 94¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$121,244
Female income
$114,220
Senior firmware engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in senior firmware engineer positions over time. Currently, 10.0% of senior firmware engineers are female.
Senior firmware engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 88.54% | 11.46% |
| 2011 | 88.41% | 11.59% |
| 2012 | 89.18% | 10.82% |
| 2013 | 89.13% | 10.87% |
| 2014 | 89.74% | 10.26% |
| 2015 | 89.58% | 10.42% |
| 2016 | 90.43% | 9.57% |
| 2017 | 90.14% | 9.86% |
| 2018 | 90.16% | 9.84% |
| 2019 | 90.02% | 9.98% |
| 2020 | 89.98% | 10.02% |
| 2021 | 90.04% | 9.96% |
Senior firmware engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared senior firmware engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, dell certified systems expert and software applications architect have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Informatics Nurse Specialist | 13% | 87% |
| Clinical Support Specialist | 22% | 78% |
| Clinic Administrator | 23% | 77% |
| Senior Firmware Engineer | 90% | 10% |
| Senior Data Center Engineer | 98% | 2% |
| Software Applications Architect | 98% | 2% |
| Dell Certified Systems Expert | 99% | 1% |
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Senior firmware engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among senior firmware engineers is White, which makes up 51.4% of all senior firmware engineers. Comparatively, 30.9% of senior firmware engineers are Asian and 8.2% of senior firmware engineers are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 51.4%
- Asian, 30.9%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.2%
- Unknown, 4.8%
- Black or African American, 4.5%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Senior firmware engineer race
| Senior firmware engineer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 51.4% |
| Asian | 30.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.2% |
| Unknown | 4.8% |
| Black or African American | 4.5% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Senior firmware engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how senior firmware engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Senior firmware engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59.48% | 5.57% | 26.71% | 5.76% |
| 2011 | 59.94% | 5.80% | 26.21% | 5.47% |
| 2012 | 58.85% | 5.33% | 27.59% | 5.92% |
| 2013 | 59.25% | 4.85% | 27.41% | 5.73% |
| 2014 | 58.12% | 5.37% | 28.05% | 5.85% |
| 2015 | 57.30% | 5.17% | 28.18% | 6.43% |
| 2016 | 56.80% | 5.16% | 28.89% | 6.43% |
| 2017 | 55.38% | 5.04% | 29.44% | 6.80% |
| 2018 | 56.02% | 4.90% | 28.66% | 7.41% |
| 2019 | 55.19% | 4.99% | 29.86% | 7.03% |
| 2020 | 53.40% | 4.73% | 29.62% | 7.85% |
| 2021 | 51.38% | 4.49% | 30.92% | 8.23% |
Senior firmware engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian senior firmware engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american senior firmware engineers have the lowest average salary at $117,196.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $121,962 |
| White | $121,640 |
| Black or African American | $117,196 |
| Asian | $127,069 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $118,589 |
Average senior firmware engineer age
See how the average age of senior firmware engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Senior firmware engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 37 | 46 |
| Unknown | 37 | 34 |
| Asian | 38 | 37 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 34 |
| White | 39 | 40 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 41 |
Senior firmware engineer age breakdown
The average age of senior firmware engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 45% of the senior firmware engineer population.
Senior firmware engineer age breakdown
| Senior Firmware Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 45% |
| 30-40 years | 36% |
| 20-30 years | 18% |
Senior firmware engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for senior firmware engineers is bachelor's degree, with 71% of senior firmware engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 25% and master's degree degree at 2%.
- Bachelor's, 71%
- Master's, 25%
- Associate, 2%
- Doctorate, 1%
- Other Degrees, 1%
Senior firmware engineers by degree level
| Senior firmware engineer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 71% |
| Master's | 25% |
| Associate | 2% |
| Doctorate | 1% |
| Other Degrees | 1% |
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Senior firmware engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, senior firmware engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $140,077 annually. With a Master's degree, senior firmware engineers earn a median annual income of $131,131 compared to $121,612 for senior firmware engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $131,131 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $121,612 |
| Doctorate Degree | $140,077 |
Senior firmware engineer employment statistics
Most senior firmware engineers work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where senior firmware engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where senior firmware engineers work.
Senior firmware engineer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 6% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 12% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 23% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 22% |
Senior firmware engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the senior firmware engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most senior firmware engineers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Senior firmware engineer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 44% |
| Private | 55% |
| Government | 0% |
Senior firmware engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for senior firmware engineers are technology, manufacturing and telecommunication.
Senior firmware engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 27% |
| Manufacturing | 16% |
| Fortune 500 | 10% |
| Start-up | 9% |
| Telecommunication | 6% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Automotive | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Media | 1% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Senior firmware engineer turnover and employment statistics
Senior firmware engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for senior firmware engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Senior firmware engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Senior firmware engineer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.56% |
| 2011 | 3.25% |
| 2012 | 2.64% |
| 2013 | 2.67% |
| 2014 | 2.07% |
| 2015 | 2.26% |
| 2016 | 2.33% |
| 2017 | 2.17% |
| 2018 | 1.80% |
| 2019 | 1.88% |
| 2020 | 2.40% |
| 2021 | 2.07% |
Average senior firmware engineer tenure
The average senior firmware engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 689 senior firmware engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Senior firmware engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 13% |
| 1-2 years | 37% |
| 3-4 years | 19% |
| 5-7 years | 13% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Senior firmware engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of senior firmware engineers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Network Data Analyst | 7.31% | 111,498 |
| Oracle Consultant | 8.42% | 54,280 |
| Senior Firmware Engineer | 8.46% | - |
| Computer Security Specialist | 8.59% | 70,181 |
| Computer Systems Designer | 9.03% | 114,042 |
| Pay-Per-Click Strategist | 10.54% | 14,588 |
| Client Systems Technician | 10.88% | 119,643 |
Similar senior firmware engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Network Data Analyst | 7.31% | 111,498 |
| Oracle Consultant | 8.42% | 54,280 |
| Computer Security Specialist | 8.59% | 70,181 |
| Computer Systems Designer | 9.03% | 114,042 |
| Pay-Per-Click Strategist | 10.54% | 14,588 |
| Client Systems Technician | 10.88% | 119,643 |
Foreign languages spoken by senior firmware engineers
The most common foreign language among senior firmware engineers is Mandarin at 26.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Chinese at 20.0% and German is the third-most popular at 13.3%.
- Mandarin, 26.7%
- Chinese, 20.0%
- German, 13.3%
- Swedish, 6.7%
- Icelandic, 6.7%
- Other, 26.6%
Senior firmware engineer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Mandarin | 26.7% |
| Chinese | 20.0% |
| German | 13.3% |
| Swedish | 6.7% |
| Icelandic | 6.7% |
| Other | 26.6% |
